Distribution Supervisor

In this pivotal role, you will oversee distribution workflows, optimise fleet utilisation, manage staff performance, and ensure customer satisfaction all while driving cost efficiency and operational accuracy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee POD & route administration, ensuring accurate documentation and route planning readiness.
• Drive budget and cost efficiency, optimising truck capacity and controlling fuel consumption.
• Manage fleet maintenance & compliance, ensuring that servicing, licensing, and cleanliness standards are met.
• Ensure waybill accuracy and proper courier system administration.
• Act as managerial backup, maintaining service levels in the Distribution Managers absence.
• Guarantee OTIF delivery, prompt back order resolution, and the smooth loading of fleet and FGDS for branches and agents.
• Oversee stock accuracy & control, ensuring that correct quantities and formal distribution processes are followed.
• Lead stock taking & inventory management, including audits and pre-stocktake activities.
• Manage and develop staff, driving capability, performance, and accountability.
• Oversee customer collections and third-party equipment control (e.g., CHEP and Smartload).
• Prepare and submit accurate reporting, including daily, weekly, and monthly operational reports.

Qualifications & Experience:

• 🎓 Education:
• Matric required
• Tertiary qualification in Logistics, Supply Chain, or Operations Management (advantageous)
• 💼 Experience:
• 36 years experience in a manufacturing or logistics/distribution environment
• Exposure to a global multinational environment preferred
• Skills & Competencies
• Strong knowledge of warehouse, dispatch, transport, and route planning systems
• Proficient in compiling and analysing operational reports
• Deep understanding of fleet compliance, POD administration, and third-party logistics
• Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
• Assertive, decisive, and capable of leading a team under pressure
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A proactive, accountable leader with a continuous improvement mindset

Why This Opportunity?:

• ✠Lead critical distribution operations for a reputable organisation
• ✠Be part of a high-performance Supply Chain team driving excellence
• ✠Opportunity to develop your leadership profile in a structured, fast-paced environment

Apply now!

If youre ready to step into a career-defining role in supply chain, this is your opportunity.

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